SU reach Shaheed Manoranjan football final
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, March 02 2023:
Sagolband United (SU) have made it to the final of the 13th Shaheed Manoranjan Memorial Football Tournament at SAI Sports Complex, Takyel.
They beat Imphal United FC 3-1 in today's semifinal match.
In the match, Runsing Muinao of Sagolband United scored a brace while his team -mate Lalsing Chongloi contributed one more goal.
The only goal for the losing side was netted by Shitajlit.
The first half ended with Sagolband United leading by 1 goal as Runsing opened the account for his team in the extra time (45+5') .
Imphal United displayed some fine football in the opening minutes of the second half and managed to draw the scoreline to 1-1 in the 51st minute through Shitaljit.
After staying in 1-1 tie for over 10 minutes with both teams having chances to lead the game, Runsing made the effort count yet again as he netted his second goal in the 67th minute and gave Sagolband United the much needed lead.
Before the final whistle, Lalsing struck the final goal of the match in the 90+7' minute and gave the Sagolband side a ticket to the final.
The tournament is organised by 143 Bn CRPF in honour of late Asst Comdt Ng Manoranjan of Yurembam who made supreme sacrifice while fighting Naxalites in Chhattisgarh in 2009 .